Flexibility

We need politicians who have to capability to choose from multiple menus of policy ideas.  Right now, the people only have 2 chooses, Democrats, or Republicans.  There is no middle ground.  We need a system of politics that is unafraid of compromise and unafraid of choosing options tailored to work for the whole country.

Top Down Authoritarianism Does Not Work

With recent protests in Russia and the Middle East, a theme is clear.  The top down authoritarian style leadership is not working as well, or at all, anymore.  People now doubt their government more than ever, and not just in this country.  This theme is being harnessed, as it should be, to solicit change around the world.  People do not like being talked down to, and justly will not take it anymore.  Now is the time to act against this kind of government, so protesters can ride the wave of discontent.

US Must Stop Using Fighting as a Solution in Foreign Policy

A recent trend towards rough and tough militant foreign policy in this nation is worrying.  Instead of fighting to solve its problems, which takes a huge chunk out of our budget, not to mention  many human lives, we should instead pursue active diplomacy with other nations and groups.  Fighting a number of foreign wars only makes us overextended and weaker.  In forging a new time of foreign policy, which is collaborative rather than destructive, other nations might be more receptive to the influence that the United States wields.  By fighting many wars and having an aggressive presence in places like the Middle East, people will often reject the influence as counterproductive and combative.  To turn over a new leaf, the United States must change its outlook and policy on the world.

More Diplomatic Pressure Needed on Autocrats Pt 3

We need to be welcome and open to new governments created, and help them through hard times, giving them advice when necessary. We must, however, be careful not to intrude into a situation where nobody wants us to act. Yes, we feel that our opinion is worth more that 2 cents, but at the same time, countries have to be able to go it alone. We can help, but in order to create permanent solutions, they must be able to work out some problems for themselves.

More Diplomatic Pressure Needed on Autocrats Pt 2

The US government needs to up the diplomatic pressure on nations abusing its people and/or denying then rights. No, we should NOT go to war, and that shouldn't be an option in this case. That would be severely counterproductive, thus we must use diplomacy to achieve more democracy in the world. We can't just choose dictators that suit us, as the US has done in places like Chile. We need to work with other countries to create lasting stability in the world.

More Diplomatic Pressure Needed on Autocrats Pt 1

Now that popular protests have swept through the Middle East, Greece, Western Europe, Russia, and even this country, it is time the United States Government toggled with its foreign policy in order to solicit positive, permanent change throughout the world. In order to keep up the wave of change, the United States can help other countries with their own reform movements while setting the example of reform on the home front.

New Posting Page on Google+

Hi everyone.

We've created a new page for posts on Google+ here: https://plus.google.com/104300730682763315531.
This is an extension of our new Google+ account.  We'll be posting ideas and on that page as well as on this blog.

Let us know what you think.  Post a comment.  Form your own opinions.  Being active in society and challenging commonly held assumptions is a good way to make sure society is going in the right direction.

Leaders Need To Lead

Partisanship is gripping our nation and tearing it apart.  While the American people are sidelined, debate rages over in Washington with the elites and little is getting done.

We need strong leadership in this nation and collaboration instead of divisiveness in our leaders. Are they not supposed to lead?  Many politicians are merely concerned with protecting their own backs and getting reelected.  We need lawmakers willing to take a hit, take a risk to stand up and do something right for the American people.

An Alternative

We aim to create a powerful third party in America.  We endeavor to be the alternative to the Republican and Democratic parties.  In doing so, we hope to reflect the values of the american people.
The traditional parties in America must stop politicizing every issue.  Our leaders instead should do what they were elected to do: lead.   This may involve taking some unpopular positions, and refusing handouts and perhaps being unpopular in the insider circle.  Our leaders must deal with all of this, and take a firm stand for the people.  We need people who will speak and vote their mind, not simply another candidate who will rubber stamp their party's agenda.  We need our leaders to be the agents of positive change in our government.  Help us elect people who will do this.  We need leaders who will improve America.

Balanced Budget Amendment

The idea behind a balanced budget is great, but limiting ourselves to a balanced budget with a constitutional amendment limits the flexibility government has with its money.
Many states, such as California, have had crippling debt problems, often because they are required to have a balanced budget.  While this is good for states and localities, national governments need the flexibility that comes with a temporarily unbalanced budget.
We need to cut spending gradually, not all at once.  While the Republicans are correct that we need extreme change to the spending in our nation, a balanced budget amendment is not the best way to do it.